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Helpful Hints Redecorate, Remodel or Move? There are a number of things that can trigger the decision to remodel or move to a new home. Perhaps you have outgrown your current space, you might be tired of struggling with ancient plumbing or wiring systems, or maybe your home just feels out of date. The question is: Should you stay or should […]
Local Giving Windermere Foundation: Celebrating 30 Years of Giving Giving back has always been a big part of who we are at Windermere. In the early days of our company, it was pretty simple; we would see a need and help any way we could. But as we grew, we realized we could accomplish much more if we had a common purpose. That’s how […]
Case Study CASE STUDY: The risks of buying a home next to an empty lot! My former client Chris has contacted me several times over the years about a vacant lot adjacent to his property, and his concern that a developer would build a mega-mansion or try and divide the lot to build more than one house, despite the single-family zoning restrictions. Since the lot is on the south side […]
Real Estate Info More Than a Yard: Finding the Right Home for Your Pooch For many house hunters, a dream home isn’t complete without being a good fit for the family dog. Some might see the fenced in yard, and consider the box checked. However, if you are looking for your next home, you may want to look a little deeper to be sure the fit is right before […]
Events SAVE THE DATE: 2019 Housing Market Update with Matthew Gardner As Chief Economist for Windermere Real Estate, Matthew Gardner is responsible for analyzing and interpreting economic data and its impact on the real estate market on both a local and national level. Matthew has over 28 years of professional experience analyzing housing both in the U.S. and U.K. In addition to his day-to-day responsibilities, Matthew […]
Events Got to Run! 12 Seward Park Races in 2019 Have you ever wished for a list of the most popular Seward Park fun runs — either to join in or avoid the traffic on race day? Well look no further because we’ve got the rundown right here! Follow the links for more information. 1. Fitness for Vitality Resolution Series A two-race series that starts […]
Events SAVE THE DATE: South Seattle Home Fair Once again, the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections (SDCI) is hosting the South Seattle Home Fair. Attendees can expect free information for renters, homeowners, and landlords with experts on rental housing rules, coaching on obtaining permits for renovations, and breakout sessions on topics including landslide prevention, backyard cottages, and earthquake retrofits, as well as […]
From Serena FROM SERENA: My Baja Journey Dear friends, I am writing this from Baja, Mexico, so please don’t hate me! Jacki and I are here to visit friends, get some much-needed sun, and attend the first big fundraiser benefiting Baja Dogs La Paz, Inc.–the dog rescue organization that we’ve been involved in for many years. Of course, we had to bring […]
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Real Estate Info Western Washington Real Estate Market Update by Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner ECONOMIC OVERVIEW The Washington State economy continues to add jobs at an above-average rate, though the pace of growth is starting to slow as the business cycle matures. Over the past 12 months, the state added 96,600 new jobs, representing an annual growth rate of 2.9% — […]
Buyers CASE STUDY: When the Impossible Becomes Reality Sometimes what feels like the impossible actually works out! Deb and Linda consulted with me at the beginning of 2018, as they found themselves in a tricky situation: they loved the home they had lived in for 20 years, which they had totally renovated, as well as the lovely garden that Linda, who is a […]
Local Giving Windermere Foundation Surpasses $38 Million In Total Donations Raised 2018 concluded with another great year of fundraising and giving for the Windermere Foundation, thanks to the continued support of Windermere franchise owners, agents, staff, and the community. Nearly $2.5 million was raised in 2018, bringing our grand total to over $38 million raised since the Foundation’s inception in 1989! During the past year, nearly […]
Real Estate Info Tips for Moving Into a Smaller Home as a Senior By Michael Longsdon For many seniors, there comes a time when the expense and upkeep of a big home no longer seem realistic. All of your kids have moved out, and suddenly, your multi-bedroom house feels excessively large and empty. Plus, it may be difficult to keep up with mortgage payments if you’re expecting a […]
Real Estate Info 10 Steps to Get Your Home Clean and Ready for Spring Warmer months are ahead, so now is the time to plan for spring cleaning and maintenance. A clean home offers a fresh start for the year, and a checklist of tasks guides your efforts towards efficiency. For many homeowners, spring cleaning can be a personal challenge. It can also be one accomplished with the help […]
Real Estate Info Investing In a Green Home Will Pay Dividends In 2019 As we step forward into 2019, eco-friendly “green homes” are more popular than ever. Upgrading your home’s sustainability improves quality of life for those residing in it, but it is also a savvy long-term investment. As green homes become more popular, properties boasting sustainable features have become increasingly desirable targets for homebuyers. Whether designing a […]
Case Study CASE STUDY: Touch-and-Go Sale Ends with New Transplants in their Dream Home In this business, you never know where your clients will come from! Tanner and Melinda Sims were referred to me by Tanner’s father, a realtor in Kansas who specializes in ranches. They came up for a few days in October to look for a house, with the expectation that they would most likely be coming […]
Guest Post 2019 Economic and Housing Forecast By Matthew Gardner, Chief Economist, Windermere Real Estate What a year it has been for both for the U.S. economy and the national housing market. After several years of above-average economic and home price growth, 2018 marked the start of a slowdown in the residential real estate market. As the year comes to a close, […]
Community News Annual Winter Food Drive to Benefit Rainier Valley Food Bank Dear friends, My office—Windermere Mount Baker Real Estate—is gearing up for our annual Winter Food Drive benefiting Rainier Valley Food Bank (RVFB), a South Seattle nonprofit dedicated to a hunger-free Rainier Valley, and we’d love your help. Did you know? In 2016, around 1 in 8 Washingtonians did not get enough food to meet their […]
From Serena November 2018 Real Estate Market Update By Special Agent Serena Heslop On the housing front, sales seem to be picking up, as newer listings that have been sitting have finally gone under contract. I say ‘finally’ but, it has often only taken two to three weeks rather than one week which has been the expectation for the past few years. The housing […]
Case Study CASE STUDY: Flaky Buyers Can Really Screw Things Up! When a seller gets jilted by a buyer it really screws things up! I listed my long-time client Vince Pecchia’s condo in early July, after the market had come to an abrupt slow down. However, this was a great two-bedroom, one-bath unit in pristine condition on a lovely and quiet tree-lined street on north Capitol […]
Events SAVE THE DATE: Winter Art Show Featuring Carol Whitfield Dear friends, My office, Windermere Mount Baker is hosting a Winter Art Show benefiting Treehouse from now through January 2019. The artist, Carol Whitfield is a Seattle based photographer specializing in commissioned portraits of animals and the people who love them. “My goal is to create beautiful images that capture the uniqueness of each animal […]
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